Tag Archives: Fabric

So much fabric leads to so many new clothes

Posted on July 19, 2018 by elliewick

I’ve been seeing other PCV posts on their locally-made fashions, and knew I wanted to do the same. Then PSIN asked for photos to share with G16, and my bhuti was looking for some money to buy a pizza, so … Continue reading →

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Wednesday photo: Clothing design

Posted on April 18, 2018 by elliewick

I have so much fabric and have had so little clothing made. I even bought more fabric last week. Whoops. Part of the problem has been finding a tailor who will do what I ask, make clothes that fit, and … Continue reading →

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A photo tour of Maputo

Posted on July 6, 2017 by elliewick

Maputo was awesome. Mozambique in general seemed awesome, too. There was so much great food to eat of many varieties, the city was walkable, there was no harassment, and we always felt safe. Check out a few photos of our … Continue reading →

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Wednesday photo: Chitenge in Zambia

Posted on May 3, 2017 by elliewick

I love shopping for fabric and dreaming about hand-made clothes.  A week in Zambia has given me the opportunity to continue shopping after my week in Mozambique.    

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